Re: press conferece 12/11?
Originally Posted by
heckler
Cliff Note Version so please don't take this word for word.
AD: Congratulates Klieman and his family. Says NDSU is the toughest and best job in the FCS. Early signing period is making the process go faster. Reached out to recruits to say NDSU stood behind our offers to them. Next 3-4 days will interview candidates for the best option.
Question: Internal candidate the best option?
AD: It is an option and we have a very talented staff but we want the best possible person for the job. Really talented staff here.
Question: Going to use a committee?
AD: He is leaning on a small group of people to help with the process.
Question: Who does Chris think should be hired or who will go with him?
AD: Had a lot of conversations with Chris (one this morning) but won't go into detail. Chris thinks very highly of his staff.
Question: Mental list of possible candidates?
AD: From the day the AD got to NDSU he has created a mental list of possible candidates.
AD: College athletics is about relationships and boils down to trust and respect to be completely honest.
Question: Important for the next coach to have NDSU ties?
AD: Very important but not needed
Question: Salary structure?
AD: Depends where we end up. It will be similar to Klieman but it all depends.
Question: What to look for in a candidate and their coaching philosophy?
AD: Run the ball and great defense
Question: Are people reaching out to you about wanting the job?
AD: Best job in the FCS lots of people and their representation have reached out.
Question: Will Chris have any input for the head coach?
AD: 100% respect his opinion
Question: Timeline?
AD: We want the right person no matter what. We want him for the long term. If it happens before signing day great if not then that is fine.
Question: Interviews starting this week?
AD: That would be the hope.
Short version.....he's stalling until after the game on Friday.
SDSU coach John Stiegelmeier on NDSU intro video: "This is not meant to be North Dakota State's home game."